A search for a prisoner is underway
A manhunt has been launched after a 43-year-old prisoner absconded. Mark Yates was serving a sentence at HMP Thorn Cross, near Warrington , for wounding with intent.
He was last seen at the prison, in Appleton, at around 6.30pm yesterday . Cheshire Police says Yates has links to Preston, but he could be further afield. He is described as white, around 5ft 9ins tall and of slim build. Yates has brown hair, a beard and a distinctive tattoo on the left of his neck with the initials 'SN'.He was last seen wearing a grey-and-black Berghaus coat, a cream beanie hat, grey combat pants, and black-and-white On Cloud trainers. He was also carrying a black string JD Sports bag.
A Cheshire Police spokesperson added: "Officers are currently carrying out a number of enquiries in a bid to trace Yates and they are urging anyone with information as to his whereabouts to get in touch. Anyone who sees Yates or knows of his whereabouts, is urged not to approach him, but to call Cheshire Police immediately on 999 quoting IML-1830104.
"Information can also be passed on anonymously, via Crimestoppers online or by calling 0800 555 111."
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